Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, Humanist weddings have been legal in Northern Ireland since 2018. Yay! I will help with all the legal documentation and take you through the process step by step.

A humanist ceremony is a non-religious ceremony that is tailored and written especially for you, the couple! It can reflect your values, the life you lead and the promises you want to make to each other. I may be biassed but they are the most special ceremonies; one that your guests will never forget. The ceremony is created just exactly as you want it – it is your wedding, your way!

Humanist weddings can include readings of your choice, any songs of your choice and can include any special people you would like to include. These elements of the ceremony are chosen by you, I am there to share ideas with you and provide you with a bank of reading and vow ideas to inspire.

You can have your ceremony almost anywhere of your choosing. Have an amazing first date spot or did you have a romantic beach proposal? You could get married somewhere that holds a significant place in your hearts. The only places out of bounds are council buildings and places of worship.

Absolutely! Let’s have a (no obligation!) chat, I can explain Humanist weddings in more detail and answer any questions you may have. Get in touch and I can organise this.

There is the Celebrant’s fee and two additional fees paid directly to the respective bodies. 

A £44 fee to the council that is submitted with your Marriage Notice Application.

A £40 processing fee to Humanists UK.

Once you have booked me and your date is secure, depending on how far away your wedding is we may start with the legal documentation. I will take you through this step by step and remove any stress from this part of the planning.  

Then the fun planning begins! My role as your celebrant is to, most importantly, build up a relationship with you both, this enables me to write the personal and bespoke wedding script for you. We will meet over coffee and chat about the way you envisage your day to be, who you want involved, readings and vows. (Don’t worry about these if you feel a little clueless – I have lots of ideas to share with you!) There is also the exciting couple’s questionnaire to fill out together, I encourage you to relax with a tipple of your choice and enjoy the process! 

Once I have all of the information I need I will write your very own unique script, send you a copy and complete any editing the script so that it is perfect for you. 

Then we enter the final stage: your wedding day – yay! I will be there for you both on the day, calming nerves and guiding you through your ceremony. 

Of course, throughout the process, if you need reassurance, you have questions or just need to vent I am here for that too!